Aegis Support Services, security and facilities management services provider, has appointed an experienced operations professional, Darren Austin to its team as head of national operations. Darren will bring more than 25 years of experience in security and facilities management to the business having worked for several leading providers of integrated facility and security solutions. In Darren's new role, he will oversee operational delivery, quality of service, systems, and technology across multiple workstreams and for clients across the UK, working closely with the business’s directly ...

Bidvest Noonan, have announced the introduction of Task, a cutting-edge cloud-based operations platform. Developed for its 27,000-strong workforce, Task was engineered to enhance service processes, employee management, and asset tracking, transforming the way the company operates in the field. Task will help Bidvest Noonan change the way the service teams work, allowing them to leverage real-time data generation and analysis to provide actionable insights for continual service improvement. Its comprehensive suite of applications caters to diverse operational needs across the company, ensuri...

As of March 2oth, Mitie has secured a new contract with HMRC to provide security services across 40 sites nationwide, including 12 government hubs located across the UK from Glasgow to Belfast and Leeds to London. Coming into service in June 2024, the contract, valued at approximately £15 million a year, will run for five years with the option to extend up to a total of ten years. This helps build on Mitie’s experience as the sole provider of security for HMRC since the services were combined under a single provider five years ago. This new contract will see Mitie continue to support HM...

On the 19th of March, City Group Security have announced the addition of Jason Hope to their team as new Business Development Manager. Jason has a track record of hitting targets, and building strong customer partnerships, Jason will bring a wealth of experience and expertise to City Group Security. In Hopes previous roles, Jason demonstrated his ability to initiate and maintain customer relationships, identify customer needs, and deliver tailored solutions. His experience in managing large tender submissions and generating leads across multiple sectors will be key as City Group look to con...

On Monday the 18th of March Churchill Group has secured a three-year contract with Heathway Shopping Centre in Dagenham. The contract includes cleaning and security services delivered through Amulet and commenced at the start of the year. Heathway Shopping Centre stands as a hub within the local community, drawing in around 2 million visitors each year. The centre plays a role in the area's vitality and hosts brands such as Boots, Specsavers, JD Sports, Shoe Zone and Savers. It is also part of a wider £10 million project by Barking & Dagenham Council to redevelop the area. Heathway...

City Group Security has just named James Wall as their new Finance Director. With a history of implementing strategic financial initiatives, Wall brings a wealth of experience to his latest position. In his previous positions, James was responsible for overseeing the finance department, managing month-end processes, and presenting financial results to the board. His leadership in merging and integrating multiple acquired companies through transitional capabilities shows his ability to handle financial scenarios. James has previously served as the Financial Controller where he demonst...

March 5th, 2024 - Westminster Security, provider of protective security services has announced its partnership with Crown Consulting (Projects) Ltd via the acquisition of a majority shareholding. Crown Consulting is a risk management consultancy that carries out work across the globe assisting clients in complex environments. With this collaboration, Westminster Security and Crown Consulting each gain access to shared assets, expertise, and experience in risk management, crisis response, security, intelligence, and defence. Crown Consulting's reputation and management team have a track r...

Kingdom Services Group has acquired Spectre Recruitment Group, established in 2016, Spectre Group provide specialist staffing and recruitment services to some of the UK’s most recognisable brands, placing 1,500 colleagues each day across several sectors. The acquired business will be rebranded as Kingdom People to align with the existing Kingdom recruitment brand. Managing Director Mike Rogers, alongside his Senior Leadership and Management Team, who have steered Spectre’s recruitment business so far will continue to be at the helm, with Mike now becoming Chief Operating Officer of K...

Amulet has become one of the first security firm to partner with Rail Safe Friendly (RSF), a network dedicated to improving rail safety in schools throughout the UK. Rail is a specialist sector for Amulet, and it is committed to supporting the communities it operates in. The ten schools that Amulet will sponsor are all near lines that are Amulet contracts. Amulet security teams were invited to suggest schools that their children attend for sponsorship, to make it a more personal venture than a simple sponsorship. RSF seeks to educate children and young people on the many dangers that are...

Mitie has welcomed the 4,000th electric vehicle (EV), a Volkswagen ID Buzz, to its fleet. This milestone underscores Mitie’s commitment to creating a zero-emission fleet. Over the past year, Mitie has added over 1,000 new EVs, moving them closer to their goal. The vehicle was unveiled by Matt Western, MP for Warwick and Leamington at National Grid House. Matt serves as the Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on EVs and was able to hear how Mitie is helping to decarbonise Britain through sustainable transport, from deploying electric vehicles to its colleagues and customers, ...